Editor / Proofreader (ASO5)

About this role

ASO5 Editor & Proofreader Location: Adelaide CBD Classification: ASO5 $59.05 per hour. Tuesday 11 August to Friday 16 October Contract: Full-time Contract (must be available for the entire assignment) We are seeking an experienced Editor & Proofreader for an exciting ASO5 opportunity with a South Australian Government department based in the Adelaide CBD. This role is ideal for a highly organised editorial professional with exceptional attention to detail and a passion for producing clear, accurate and accessible content. You will play a key role in preparing curriculum, educational resources and supporting materials for publication across both digital and print platforms. Key Responsibilities • Edit and proofread curriculum, learning resources and supporting documentation for publication. • Ensure all content is clear, accurate, consistent and aligned with government and departmental publishing standards. • Maintain the author's intent while improving readability, grammar, spelling and overall quality. • Apply editorial style guides and publishing conventions across a variety of documents. • Identify inconsistencies, omissions, formatting issues and errors before publication. • Collaborate with subject matter experts and key stakeholders to deliver high-quality published materials. • Manage multiple documents and competing priorities while meeting strict deadlines. About You To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: • Proven professional editing and proofreading experience. • Exceptional written communication skills with an excellent command of grammar, spelling and plain English. • The ability to quickly understand complex educational or technical content and edit it effectively without changing the intended meaning. • Experience applying style guides, editorial standards and government publishing conventions. • Outstanding attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work. • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. • Excellent stakeholder engagement and collaborative communication skills. • Advanced Microsoft Word skills, including extensive experience using Track Changes . • Experience using Microsoft Teams. • Knowledge of accessibility requirements or digital publishing practices will be highly regarded. Mandatory Requirement • A current Working with Children Check (WWCC) is essential. If you're an experienced editor who enjoys producing polished, high-quality publications and is looking for your next government contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today by submitting your resume, or contact our team for a confidential discussion.